Originally published on 10/14/25

Taylor Jenkins Reid is one of the most respected and well-known authors of this generation thanks to her moving prose, swoonworthy love stories and unforgettable characters. Throughout her 12-year career, Reid has ventured into a variety of spheres, from contemporary fiction, where her books speak to anyone who has ever wondered “what if?”  to sweeping sagas and historical fiction. But is there an ideal order in which to read these books? We think it’s best to read them in chronological order—especially since some characters from earlier books pop up in later novels. So which came first? Keep scrolling for the answer!

Keep scrolling to discover Reid’s entire list of bestselling novels. 

‘Forever, Interrupted’ 

In 2013 Reid released her first novel, Forever, Interrupted. The plot follows a woman named Elsie Porter, after she meets a man named Ben Ross. They fall instantly in love and get married. But 9 days after they say “I do” Ben winds up dead, leaving Elsie grieving the husband she barely knew and dealing with Susan, the mother-in-law she’s never met. What follows is a mix of forgiveness, love, found family and learning that sometimes “happily ever after” isn’t what you think it is. 

What readers are saying: “Forever, Interrupted by Taylor Jenkins Reid is a poignant exploration of love and loss that masterfully balances heartwarming moments with heartbreaking realities. The author’s ability to convey the nuances of love—both in its joy and its sorrow—creates a gripping narrative that stays with you long after the last page.” 

‘After I Do’ 

Second chances and self discovery take center stage in Reid’s 2014 novel. When Lauren and Ryan’s marriage reaches a breaking point, they decide to spend the next year apart. No communication, no date nights, nothing. Lauren uses this break to discover who she really is and what she wants out of life. But what happens when she learns that what she really wants is something that she already had? A poignant tale filled with laugh-out-loud moments and tearful goodbyes. 

What readers are saying:  “I cannot recommend After I Do highly enough. If you have ever questioned the route your life had taken or wondered in the deepest part of your heart whether the person you were with was the right one for you, pick it up now. Even if you just want a wonderful story that runs the gamut of emotions, give it a go. It is well worth the read.” 

‘Maybe in Another Life’ 

In this 2015 novel, 29-year-old Hannah Martin is floundering, so she goes home to regroup. But when she runs into her old boyfriend, Ethan, something odd happens: Her world splits into two parallel universes. In one world, she and Ethan start dating; in the other, she finds someone else. Hannah’s romances will have you contemplating the path not taken and wondering which ending you’d choose. 

What readers are saying: “I always keep a book in my car in case I get somewhere early,” says Patty Bontekoe, Woman’s World Executive Editor. “Having a read I can dip in and out of makes time fly. But this one backfired—I couldn’t put it down!  I loved seeing the major consequences of one seemingly minor decision and how some things are meant to be.” 

‘One True Loves’ 

This bestselling 2016 novel, which has since been made into a movie, follows newlyweds Emma and Jesse. They married young, and on their first anniversary, Jesse’s presumed dead in a plane crash. Years later, Emma finds new love and is about to wed when Jesse is found…alive! Forced to choose between the two loves, Emma must figure out who she is and what she truly wants.

What readers are saying:  “Stories that put the heroine in an impossible spot always get me,” says Bontekoe. I was on the edge of my seat waiting to see who Emma would give her heart to.”

‘The Seven Husbands of Evelyn Hugo’ 

Originally published in 2017, The Seven Husbands of Evelyn Hugo, Reid’s first foray into historical fiction, has sold over 1.5 million copies and is one of Reid’s most popular books to date. The dual-timeline plot follows aspiring journalist Monique Grant, who is stunned when she is asked to write a story about one of the country’s most well-known Golden Age actresses, Evelyn Hugo. From her seven marriages to her friendship with actress Celia St. James, Evelyn plans to truly tell all, leaving nothing out.  This novel is perfect for fans of forbidden love and classic Hollywood. 

What readers are saying: “I adore absolutely everything about 1950s Hollywood,” shares Carissa Mosness, Woman’s World Associate Digital Editor. “And this book fully transported me there. Between the love story and the captivating drama, I found myself turning pages late into the night needing to know what happened next.” 

‘Daisy Jones & the Six’

Fans of Fleetwood Mac will adore this 2019 novel centered around fictional band Daisy Jones & the Six. In central California, a young woman named Daisy Jones tries to figure out if she has what it takes to be a great musician in the 1970s. Elsewhere, a band called the Six seeks their big break, only to discover that teaming up with Daisy might just be the way to go. On her way to stardom, Daisy experiences chaos, romance, heartbreak and more, leaving her to wonder what exactly she wants out of her life and her career. 

What readers are saying: “Taylor Jenkins Reid delivers an electrifying, immersive and emotionally charged novel with Daisy Jones & the Six, a book that feels so real you’ll find yourself Googling the band to see if they actually existed. Told in an interview-style format, this novel captures the rise and fall of a legendary 1970s rock band, delivering a story filled with passion, ambition, heartbreak and the intoxicating highs and devastating lows of fame.” 

‘Malibu Rising’

This 2021 best-selling novel set in Malibu, California in 1983, follows Nina Riva, daughter of the famous musician Mick Riva (one of Evelyn Hugo’s ex-husbands) and her three siblings, as they prepare for their annual end-of-summer party. But when the festivities go up in flames, Nina is forced to figure out if the life she has is really the one she wants. This novel is perfect for fans of family sagas and summer beach reads. 

What readers are saying: “This book tells an incredibly beautiful story about a family of four who make their way out of the ashes. It was an unexpected surprise for me as it took me in a different direction than I anticipated but I wouldn’t want anything to change. I loved it immensely.” 

‘Carrie Soto is Back’

Carrie Soto—a fan-favorite character in Malibu Rising—returns in this 2022 novel centered around second chances and never giving up. At age 29, Carrie Soto set records as a professional tennis player, but retired at age 31, feeling like she had nothing left to accomplish. Six years later, she sees Nicki Chan break the records at the 1994 US Open and feels she has no choice but to return to the sport at 37 years old. To do so, she must prepare both her mind and body—both of which seem to want to betray her. 

What readers are saying: “I never thought I’d like a book that’s only about tennis, but once I read Taylor Jenkins Reid’s other book, Malibu Rising, I had to read another one of her books, and it did not disappoint. Carrie Soto is Back is emotional, motivational, and impossible to put down.” 

‘Atmosphere’

Reid’s latest novel was released this year, and it follows Joan Goodwin, one of the first female astronauts accepted at The National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) in 1980. While there, she befriends pilot Hank Redmond, scientist John Griffin, mission specialist Lydia Danes, astronaut Donna Fitzgerald and aeronautical engineer Vanessa Ford—who might be the most intriguing of them all. Flash forward to December of 1984, when a mission goes terribly wrong, leaving Joan’s loved ones stranded in space with no way out. A thrilling tale filled with love, sacrifice and science. 

What readers are saying: “Taylor Jenkins Reid is one of my favorite authors,” says Mosness. “And when I found out her new novel was about love, ambition and space, I was intrigued. It might be the best TJR book yet!” 

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